Helping people is both a privilege and a responsibility. Albert Schweitzer said, My life is my argument. This is a saying I take to heart. For me to say I want to make a difference is one thing, but to live that way is an entirely different matter.
Our patients are amazing and I love helping parents and children with their smiles. The kids always put a smile on our faces. They have the best stories, and also I love seeing their confidence rise when we complete orthodontics on them.
I love working with kids because I love seeing things from their eyes. Children look at the world in a different way than adults, they have a passion for life, learning and imaginations as big as the sky. And I love the interactions I get to have with them.
My favorite things about working for Bluefish are the relationships and chance to give kids and parents preventative knowledge about oral health. Did you know that tooth decay is the second most common disease after the common cold?
I love being able to work with children and teach them how to take care of their beautiful smiles. Did you know that tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body. Not even your leg bones are stronger!
My favorite thing about working for Bluefish is the amount that I have learned from my coworkers, they are great teachers and people. I also love the magic that we are able to create with the kids here at Bluefish.
I love the humans. Especially the little ones. Snuggling them makes my tail go fast. I do my best to give them loves when the doctors look at their teeth. I use my teeth to eat snacks. I love snacks. But mostly I love kids.
If theres one thing we know, its that a littlepatiencegoes a long way. Three-year-olds cry, teens endlessly forget to wear their rubber bands and insurance is confusing. When you take the time to care, each moment gets a little sweeter.
Weve been changing the lives of kids and families since 2004 in our pediatric-focused and family-oriented practice. If you want to make a change and find joy in what you do, wed love to welcome you to the team.
We are a fun, collaborative, and supportive team of staff and doctors in a high-energy, kid-approved environment. We put emphasis on preventative care, patient education, and getting kids excited to visit the dentist. If you are a self-starter who appreciates autonomy and wants to do meaningful work, join us.
Every kid is different. And every story is special. We like to get to know your family so we can help you create healthy habits, address issues early and offer preventative care that is customized to your needs. At every stage, we believe that less is more and practice minimally invasive dentistry.
Our office, in agreement with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, recommends establishing a dental home around your childs fist birthday. Having a dental home allows your child to become familiar with the dental office at an early age. These visits help establish trust and offer a fun experience.
As a parent you can prepare your child for their first visit by speaking positively about the dental office and reading age-appropriate dental books. At this age, the world is still very new to your child and fear of the unknown is both common and understandable. Saying that the dentist will check to make sure your teeth are strong can help decrease the anxiety your child may experience.
Around age 3, most baby teeth will have erupted into the mouth. Establishing good habits early will allow the dental office to be a happy place for your child. It is important to maintain healthy baby teeth for their developing eating and speaking patterns.
Healthy teeth start with good brushing, and our team loves teaching children how to brush! Because kids usually have more independence than dexterity, we also love empowering you with the best ways to supervise and help out. Our goal is to make your childs dental routine second nature.
During this transition time, we may begin to discuss phase one orthodontics. Providing interceptive or preventative orthodontics can decrease treatment time once the patient is in full braces and help correct crowding problems early on.
Teens have more influence on their own lifestyle choices. With this independence you may see an increase in cavities related to diet changes or substance abuse issues. During adolescence we discuss diet and also monitor growth.